Vehicle Description
"The First of a New Line" - That was the marketing approach for MG
as it rolled out its fresh MGA to the public in 1955. These cars
were vastly different from any MG prior. The "A" featured a wider
chassis, lower seating position, a more "B-Series" motor,
independent suspension and rack and pinion steering. The body was
much cleaner in design sitting lower and wider with beautiful
consistent bodylines and a teethy front grill.
Just out a private collection, GR Auto Gallery is thrilled to bring
to market, this most elegant, 1960 MGA Roadster. This car has been
passionately cared for by its last owner for the last 15 or so
years and mechanically looked after by MG Guru John Twist of
University Motors. The car is finished in Old English white with
biscuit interior with tan cloth soft top. The car was restored well
over 25 years ago and still shows excellent. In 2013, this MGA went
through a complete mechanical restoration again, at the hands of
John Twist of University Motors. The 1600cc engine was completely
rebuilt and warmed up to 1800cc and to 9.5:1 compression, the
transmission was fully rebuilt and the suspension and brakes
serviced accordingly. This is hands down, the best driving MGA that
we have had grace the floor of the GR Auto Gallery. The throttle
response is very snappy, it pulls strong through all the gears, the
exhaust note sings a medley of all mechanical components working
together in harmony, the transmission shifts perfectly, and the
suspension, also completely rebuilt, is tight as the car provides
excellent handling capabilities.
Highlights included: dual carbs, wire wheels, luggage rack, wood
steering wheel, excellent chrome and bright work, excellent
original underside, tonneau cover, tool roll with knock off hammer,
Jack and an outstanding core and structure.
Documentation includes the British Heritage Trust Certificate, a
mountain of service receipts documenting the engine rebuilt and all
other services pertaining to the mechanical restoration, drivers
hand book, a ton of research material etc.
The MGA is a drivers car, and one sorted to the level is a perfect
car to do some long distance touring, as well as keep for
investment. No wrong decision here.
Gr Auto Gallery, LLC and our sister company, Wheelz Sales and
Leasing Inc. makes every effort to represent each vehicle
accurately and with integrity. We also welcome third party
inspections when necessary. Although we try to do our very best to
be accurate in our description writing we are human and do make
mistakes. Unless otherwise noted, All vehicles are sold AS IS, No
Warranty Expressed or Implied. All sales final.
